Tilt Doors in Melbourne | Gryphon Garage Doors

1. Tilt doors A garage door made of a single panel that tilts back and up thanks to torsions springs. Before picking a tilt door, consider whether you have enough space in front of the door and along the ceiling so the door can tilt properly. Roller Doors Roller doors are some of the common types of garage door you will find on the market. They are an economical choice though greater quality material will cost you a little more. You will need enough ceiling space above the entrance to allow the steel curtain to roll on properly. Types of garage doors Sectional doors Sectional doors are made of several large horizontal panels hinged together. They lift and move into the space below the ceiling. They are highly versatile as there are plenty of panels material and colours to choose from. They can fit any architecture style.

2. It can be overwhelming to have to pick a material as they all come with their own perks and downsides. But we have laid out your main options here: STEEL FIBERGLASS ALUMINIUM Pro Pro Pro Material and looks •Durable, stronger than wood or aluminium •Sensibly priced •Low maintenance •Comes in various looksWon’t fare well to impact (dents from footballs, basketballs) •Can corrode or rust in coastal areas (best to powder coat •brackets and hinges) • and textures •Can be powder coated •Can be translucent •Can mimic various materials •Lighter than steel •Has improved over the years to be sturdier than before •Comes in textures and finishes like: Wood Look, Honeycomb, Perspex, Aluminium Composite •Can be cladded with virtually any •material colour availability •Concerns of fading, peeling and flaking in Australia’s •harsh weather conditions Con •Can turn yellow over time •Can easily break • More expensive •Need regular maintenance (every 1-2 years) •Can be expensive •Can rot or warp over time in extreme temperatures •When wet can add weight and stress to the motor and springs Con • More expensive Con •Dents easily with •Can corrode or rust

3. Garage doors can be manually or electrically operated, that is to say a motor would do the lifting job for you in a few seconds. Consider this before you make your decision. Manual doors: PROs: • Not as expensive as automated garage doors • Less upkeep as there are no chances of electrical issues occurring • Physical exercise • Easier to install Manual doors: PROs: • Easy to operate • Practical, open and close from the comfort of your car • Safety –no need to leave the car and your wallet behind Manual or automated? CONs: • Straining –need to do the lifting and lowering every single time • Less practical, you will need to get out of your car when you go in or out to open and close the door CONs: • • More expensive than manual doors Maintenance and issues may occur more than with a manual door due to electrical aspect Can’t lose the garage door remote •